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“Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” (Nina Simone/The Animals/Santa Esmeralda)

Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood, The Animals

Today’s classic song of the day had popular recordings by three very different artists in three very different styles. We’re talking about “Don’t Be Misunderstood,” first recorded by Nina Simone in a simmering soul version, then by the Animals in a bluesy rock version, then by Santa Esmeralda in a fiery Latin disco version. It says something that the song…

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